Colossians 1:3

We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

Surrounding context

1:2 To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

1:3 We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

1:4 since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of your love for all the saints;

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